James Mazurkiewicz

James Edward Mazurkiewicz, age 86, passed away on May 9, 2025. Born to the late Louise Kosnik and Steven Mazurkiewicz of Detroit, MI. He graduated from Pershing High School in Detroit in 1957. Beloved husband of Roberta Jane (Luffman) Mazurkiewicz . They were blessed with 63 years of marriage. He and Roberta met at the local soda shop at 7 Mile and Conant in their late teens. He was a greaser and she was all bobby socks and saddle shoes. They got married a few years later and honeymooned in the Lexington, MI cottage that he, his father and twin brother built together. Devoted father of Monica Canada, Pamela Bayagich (Robert) and the late James A. Mazurkiewicz. Jim was a very talented artist and won several awards for his drawings. He was also an excellent carpenter, builder, and mechanic and the original DIY'er. He helped build his daughter Monica's home, installed multiple ceiling fans for family and friends and he even tarred the roof of Cobo Hall! There wasn't a thing he couldn't do. He was avid runner and participated in many marathons, (Ambassador bridge to Windsor tunnel, Free Press, and the grand opening of the I-696 expressway to name a few) with his brother John at his side. He and John enjoyed going to the annual Twinsburg Festival in Ohio, which was a gathering of twins, triplets etc. He enjoyed vacationing at the family cottage, trips to Kentucky, Myrtle Beach Apert gatherings and most recently an Alaskan cruise. His first time out of the state was the annual road trip to New Mexico in the 70's. Being the committed runner he was, he always made sure to get his runs in even on vacation, which meant being let out on the side of the road and running 3-5 miles to catch up with us as we waited for him. Loving grandfather of Amy James (Taylor Perreault), Sara Canada, James Bayagich and Lucas Bayagich. He never missed a hockey, baseball or soccer game that his grandsons played. And nothing pleased him more than listening to Lucas play piano. Treasured great-grandfather of Holland (Scott Mergenthaler), Emma Chase and Elijah Chase. Dearest great-great grandfather of Solomon & Anthony Mergenthaler. Cherished brother of Barbara Schmid (Horst), and his twin brother John Mazurkiewicz. James is also survived by many nieces and nephews. James retired from Ford Motor Company in 2001. He prided himself on being an active blood and platelet donor for many years. His faith was very important to him, and he was a parishioner of St. Faustina for over 40 years. James’ family would appreciate donations to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in his honor. The family will greet friends at Mandziuk & Son of Sterling Heights on Monday, May 12, 2025, from 3-8pm. Funeral service Tuesday, 10am, May 13, 2025, at St. Faustina in Warren. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery. Please share memories on the guestbook.

James Mazurkiewicz

November 21, 1938 - May 9, 2025